Oryx and Crake | Teaching Setting, Symbolism and Objects

Object Descriptions

This section provides a short description of all the major objects in the book. This can be printed out as a study guide for students, used as a "key" for leading a class discussion, or you can jump to the quiz/homework section to find worksheets that incorporate these descriptions into a variety of question formats.

Objects

The Picture of Oryx - This item is one that Jimmy carries with him after Crake prints it for him.

Snowman's Model of Chaos - This is demonstrated by Snowman to the Crakers using a pail on the beach.

The Child Trader's Gold Watch - This item is a badge of quality that convinces villagers that the person wearing it is reputable and legitimate.

Jungle Bird - This object's noises make Oryx believe that her mother is sending her a message of love.

Snowman's Whistle - This is used as a character approaches...
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